Sunrise Citrus Egg Face Scrubbies Free Pattern – Crocheted Textured Spa Set

Brighten Your Morning with Citrus Crochet Face Scrubbies

There's something deeply satisfying about combining eco-friendly living with handmade beauty. These Sunrise Citrus Egg Face Scrubbies are the perfect little project to add a burst of color to your daily skincare routine. Crocheted in soft, absorbent cotton, each scrubbie features a delightful, bubbly texture that gently exfoliates your skin while looking like a cheerful slice of citrus fruit. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter looking for a quick weekend project or a beginner ready to tackle a new stitch, this pattern is designed to be both enjoyable and rewarding. Let's dive into creating this zero-waste spa set that's as kind to your skin as it is to the planet.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather your supplies. This project is wonderfully portable and requires minimal materials, making it perfect for on-the-go crafting.

• Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (worsted weight, 100% cotton) in three colors:
  • Lemon (Yellow) – for the lemon scrubbie
  • Tangerine (Orange) – for the tangerine scrubbie
  • White – for the white scrubbie
• Crochet Hook: US G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Other: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors

Gauge: 4 sc = 1 inch; 4 rows = 1 inch. Gauge is important for achieving the correct size, but since these are scrubbies, a slight variation won't ruin the project.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern creates a set of three scrubbies: one lemon, one tangerine, and one white. Each scrubbie is worked in continuous rounds (spiral) with a textured bobble stitch pattern. Don't be intimidated by the bobble stitch—it's easier than it looks and creates that wonderful, exfoliating texture.

Abbreviations

• MR: Magic ring
• ch: Chain
• sc: Single crochet
• dc: Double crochet
• bobble: Work 4 dc together in same stitch (yo, insert hook, yo, pull up loop, yo, pull through 2 loops) 4 times, yo, pull through all 5 loops on hook
• inc: 2 sc in same stitch
• dec: Sc 2 together
• sl st: Slip stitch

LEMON SCRUBBIE (Yellow)

Let's start with the lemon. This is the base pattern for all three, so pay close attention to the increases and the textured section.

Round 1: MR, 6 sc in ring. (6 sts)

Round 2: inc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3: (sc in next st, inc) around. (18 sts)

Round 4: (sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24 sts)

Round 5: (sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30 sts)

Round 6: (sc in next 4 sts, inc) around. (36 sts)

Round 7: (sc in next 5 sts, inc) around. (42 sts)

Round 8: (sc in next 6 sts, inc) around. (48 sts)

Round 9: (sc in next 7 sts, inc) around. (54 sts)

Round 10: (sc in next 8 sts, inc) around. (60 sts)

Round 11: (sc in next 9 sts, inc) around. (66 sts)

Round 12: (sc in next 10 sts, inc) around. (72 sts)

Textured section (Rounds 13-20): This is where the magic happens. The bobble stitches create the citrus peel effect.

Round 13: (sc in next 5 sts, bobble in next st, sc in next 6 sts) around. (72 sts – 6 bobbles)

Round 14: sc in each st around. (72 sts)

Round 15: (sc in next 8 sts, bobble in next st, sc in next 3 sts) around. (72 sts – 6 bobbles, offset)

Round 16: sc in each st around. (72 sts)

Round 17: Repeat Round 13.

Round 18: sc in each st around. (72 sts)

Round 19: Repeat Round 15.

Round 20: sc in each st around. (72 sts)

Decrease section: Now we'll shape the scrubbie into a gentle dome.

Round 21: (sc in next 10 sts, dec) around. (66 sts)

Round 22: (sc in next 9 sts, dec) around. (60 sts)

Round 23: (sc in next 8 sts, dec) around. (54 sts)

Round 24: (sc in next 7 sts, dec) around. (48 sts)

Round 25: (sc in next 6 sts, dec) around. (42 sts)

Round 26: (sc in next 5 sts, dec) around. (36 sts)

Round 27: (sc in next 4 sts, dec) around. (30 sts)

Round 28: (sc in next 3 sts, dec) around. (24 sts)

Round 29: (sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (18 sts)

Round 30: (sc in next st, dec) around. (12 sts)

Round 31: dec around. (6 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Weave tail through front loops of remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close. Weave in end.

TANGERINE SCRUBBIE (Orange)

Work exactly as Lemon Scrubbie, but use Tangerine yarn. For a slightly smaller scrubbie, stop increasing at Round 10 (60 sts) and work textured section Rounds 11-18 (with bobbles placed accordingly), then decrease over Rounds 19-27. This gives you a nice variety in sizes for different uses.

WHITE SCRUBBIE (White)

Work exactly as Lemon Scrubbie, but use White yarn. For a flatter, more textured surface, work the textured section as follows:

Round 13: (bobble in next st, sc in next 5 sts) around. (72 sts – 12 bobbles)

Round 14: sc in each st around.

Round 15: (sc in next 2 sts, bobble in next st, sc in next 3 sts) around. (72 sts – 12 bobbles, offset)

Round 16: sc in each st around.

Round 17: Repeat Round 13.

Round 18: sc in each st around.

Round 19: Repeat Round 15.

Round 20: sc in each st around.

Then continue with decrease section as written for Lemon Scrubbie.

Finishing

For each scrubbie, weave in all ends. To create a hanging loop, ch 12, sl st to the top of the scrubbie, fasten off and weave in ends. Block lightly if desired to even out the stitches and enhance the shape.

And there you have it—a beautiful, functional, and eco-friendly set of citrus face scrubbies! These make wonderful gifts for friends, family, or even yourself. The soft cotton is gentle on skin, and the textured bobble surface provides just the right amount of exfoliation. Plus, they're reusable and washable, making them a fantastic zero-waste alternative to disposable cotton pads. Enjoy your handmade spa experience!